Having seen moonrise xyz (do I capitalize moonrise? I honestly don’t know) across my social media over the past few months, I was intrigued by the restaurant. A tasting menu? Check (although the establishment claims it’s more of an omakase). Food from a new chef? Check. Beautiful views? Also check. Although many other foodies in Dubai have enjoyed the restaurant, I wanted to visit and form my own opinion. Thus, when the team reached out to me, I was delighted to say yes.
Sure, I could go into each dish, but food is subjective. And honestly, who doesn’t love a pros and cons list?
Pros
Cool space. Give me more of a smaller-style restaurant in Dubai! Eight seats? I love it! The ‘bar’ seating allows for an intimate experience that is so lacking in the city. Also, the views from the rooftop are nothing short of stunning.
Unique food. While I might have some disagreements about the order of the current menu or my personal preference on ‘overdoing’ a few dishes, overall, Chef Souleman certainly…
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